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Paris Lions Club celebrates 95 years of service and volunteer spirit
For nearly a century, the Paris Lions Club has been a cornerstone of community service, with volunteerism at the heart of everything it does.
Paris Wednesday night men’s billiards:
Hello folks, and welcome to another exciting recap of our weekly pool night. This week, we took our act on the road to Sharkey’s on Craig Street in Brantford. Our friend Dan is the proprietor there—and I must say, he’s a great "pool shark" himself.
County of Brant contributes natural areas to national conservation target
The County of Brant has partnered with Ontario Nature to support Canada’s goal of protecting 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030, contributing more than 195 hectares of natural areas to the national effort.
Paris Lions Club celebrates 95 years of service and volunteer spirit
For nearly a century, the Paris Lions Club has been a cornerstone of community service, with volunteerism at the heart of everything it does.
Paris Wednesday night men’s billiards:
Hello folks, and welcome to another exciting recap of our weekly pool night. This week, we took our act on the road to Sharkey’s on Craig Street in Brantford. Our friend Dan is the proprietor there—and I must say, he’s a great "pool shark" himself.
County of Brant contributes natural areas to national conservation target
The County of Brant has partnered with Ontario Nature to support Canada’s goal of protecting 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030, contributing more than 195 hectares of natural areas to the national effort.
Paris Lions Club celebrates 95 years of service and volunteer spirit
For nearly a century, the Paris Lions Club has been a cornerstone of community service, with volunteerism at the heart of everything it does.
Paris Wednesday night men’s billiards:
Hello folks, and welcome to another exciting recap of our weekly pool night. This week, we took our act on the road to Sharkey’s on Craig Street in Brantford. Our friend Dan is the proprietor there—and I must say, he’s a great "pool shark" himself.
County of Brant contributes natural areas to national conservation target
The County of Brant has partnered with Ontario Nature to support Canada’s goal of protecting 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030, contributing more than 195 hectares of natural areas to the national effort.
Paris Lions Club celebrates 95 years of service and volunteer spirit
For nearly a century, the Paris Lions Club has been a cornerstone of community service, with volunteerism at the heart of everything it does.
Paris Wednesday night men’s billiards:
Hello folks, and welcome to another exciting recap of our weekly pool night. This week, we took our act on the road to Sharkey’s on Craig Street in Brantford. Our friend Dan is the proprietor there—and I must say, he’s a great "pool shark" himself.
County of Brant contributes natural areas to national conservation target
The County of Brant has partnered with Ontario Nature to support Canada’s goal of protecting 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030, contributing more than 195 hectares of natural areas to the national effort.
Child hospitalized after ingesting THC gummy found at Pyramid Recreation Centre
A 10-year-old boy was taken to hospital last week after ingesting a cannabis edible he found on the floor at the Pyramid Recreation Centre (PRC) in St. Marys.
COBS Bread Stratford raises more than $4,000 for Local Community Food Centre
On March 7, COBS Bread at the Stratford Mall donated $2 from every six-pack of hot cross buns sold to support local charities through its Doughnation Day initiative. From Feb. 7 to March 7, the bakery also accepted in-store monetary donations.
Stratford comes together for Earth Day cleanups and contests
April 22 is Earth Day, and the Downtown Stratford Business Improvement Area (BIA) and community members are working together to freshen up the city after a long winter.
Child hospitalized after ingesting THC gummy found at Pyramid Recreation Centre
A 10-year-old boy was taken to hospital last week after ingesting a cannabis edible he found on the floor at the Pyramid Recreation Centre (PRC) in St. Marys.
Former Community Living support worker charged
A former developmental support worker with Community Living St. Marys and Area has been charged following the death of a 40-year-old woman at a residence in St. Marys last month.
St. Marys awards $2.1-million contract for Thomas, Jones and Ontario street reconstruction
St. Marys council has awarded a contract worth more than $2.1 million for the reconstruction of sections of Thomas Street, Jones Street West and Ontario Street South, with construction expected to begin later this month.
Norwich Township fatal collision claims three lives
Update
Five deceased following Norwich Township collision
Former Ingersoll resident continues historic space journey
It’s one small step for man, one giant leap for the Town of Ingersoll. On April 1, the town showed its support for astronaut Jeremy Hansen.
Taylor begins role as Woodstock’s new Deputy Police Chief
“It is truly an honour to be the Deputy Chief of the Woodstock Police Service.”
Reasons why Habitat for Humanity depends on volunteers
Habitat for Humanity believes every human deserves to afford a safe and decent place to live.
It’s a values-based approach to solving an economic problem.
Lake Huron Coastal Centre: Volunteers are the heart of rural communities
Volunteers are the help of rural communities, and they help local organisations continue important work, bring people together and strengthen the sense of connection that makes small towns like ours so special.
Around the world in Central Huron: Community event celebrates culture through food
Central Huron is set to come alive with culture, cuisine, and community spirit later this month as residents are invited to gather for “Around the World" in Central Huron.
Braves down Blues in team’s most successful season ever
The Tavistock Braves are the 2025-2026 Provincial Junior Hockey League’s (PJHL) South Conference champions for the first time in team history.
Wilmot mayor holds State of the Township event
Wilmot Township Mayor Natasha Salonen delivered a State of the Township address at Puddicombe House in New Hamburg last week, in front of a crowd of about 100 area residents.
Wilmot council backs mayor and councillor pay increase for next term of council
After several months of discussion around how the Township of Wilmot should review council pay for the 2026-2030 term, councillors have recommended applying a retroactive cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) based on the 60th-percentile recommendation from the township’s 2023 compensation review.
The logistics of fertilizer production in today’s world
Attendees at the Grain Farmers of Ontario District 5 (Elgin/Norfolk) received insight into the latest on the fertilizer market from the head of the country’s largest farm co-operative.
Cowgirl Kickback, HorsePlay offers guests unique horse-based agri-tourism experiences
There’s a few common reactions when visitors to Transitions Acres first encounter the horses. Sometimes they’ll stop in their tracks, mesmerized.
Teaching by day, farming by summer: Norfolk County, Russel Blake, and black currants
Some things just don’t seem like they would go well together, such as black currants and Norfolk County’s sandy loam soil, or school teachers and farming. However, for Vittoria’s Russel Blake, those four things have combined along with many learning experiences, and a constant willingness to evolve to formulate his career over the last 25 years.
Gratitude for the local farm community highlights Brant County Federation of Agriculture’s 85th anniversary celebration
The 85th anniversary of the Brant County Federation of Agriculture provided an evening of community, conviviality with good food on March 7.
“Farming forms our foundation” says farmer, co-founder of popular Paris brewery
Paris has long had the Paris Fair, but a seventh-generation local family created a new agriculture-themed landmark for this town.
“New Beginnings” is the theme for the Burford Agricultural Society board
One of the most significant “New Beginnings” for the Burford Agricultural Society (BAS) is the change of dates for the Burford Fair.
More uncertainty than certainty if council members will run again
With nominations in this fall’s municipal election opening in just over two weeks, there is still a lot of uncertainty amongst Tillsonburg’s incumbent elected officials about whether they will be seeking office again.
Tech Truck uses virtual reality to let students experience trades
Virtual reality has made the world a different place. Although primarily considered the stuff of gaming, it now has practical, real-world roles in helping students choose a career pathway.
When a Messy Church can be a good thing
“What’s a Messy Church anyway?” I asked, the first time we drove past a city church advertising this event on their large information sign.
Paris Lions Club celebrates 95 years of service and volunteer spirit
For nearly a century, the Paris Lions Club has been a cornerstone of community service, with volunteerism at the heart of everything it does.
Paris Wednesday night men’s billiards:
Hello folks, and welcome to another exciting recap of our weekly pool night. This week, we took our act on the road to Sharkey’s on Craig Street in Brantford. Our friend Dan is the proprietor there—and I must say, he’s a great "pool shark" himself.
County of Brant contributes natural areas to national conservation target
The County of Brant has partnered with Ontario Nature to support Canada’s goal of protecting 30 per cent of lands and waters by 2030, contributing more than 195 hectares of natural areas to the national effort.
Handmade sugar Easter eggs turn tradition into generosity
Holidays like Easter are times when many find joy in the traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Whether it’s eating fish and chips on Good Friday, hunting for Easter eggs or getting excited for the Easter Bunny to visit with treats, those traditions can shape the holiday experience and make it a little more joyful.
An age of austerity arrives in Huron County
With Huron County approving its 2026 budget on March 18, it looks like we’re entering an age of tightening purse strings and measured spending.
However, I can’t help but lament what we’re losing in the process.
Bluewater explores sale of Hensall Heritage Hall
The fate of Hensall Heritage Hall remains uncertain as Bluewater explores selling the property that once housed the village’s council chambers.
The municipality had previously been searching for a long-term tenant for the property’s upper hall that municipal staff suggested could be used for housing projects, a creative workspace, offices or community programming.
The Easter Egg Hunt was on in Waterford
At this time of year in Canada, one can never predict the weather so we have become accustomed to ‘going with the flow’ and making the best of it.
Delegated authority allows staff to approve tenders if the overall project remains under budget
Norfolk councillors have given staff more leeway for capital budget reallocations within bundled projects in an effort to reduce costly delays.
New bus for municipal long-term-care residents
Residents of Norfolk County’s municipal long-term-care home will soon have a new ride.
Councillors recently greenlit a request from Norview Lodge in Simcoe to spend $375,000 to replace a wheelchair bus that takes residents on outings.
From the ashes, new plants and plans rise
A fire may have destroyed her beloved barn, but it hasn’t extinguished Carolyne Siebert’s passion for farming.
A humbling surprise, Bill George receives Industry Award of Merit
For 30 years he’s spent countless hours in meetings and poring over reports in an effort to keep Ontario’s grape and wine, and fruit and vegetable sectors on firm ground, but Bill George is a farmer at heart.
Young farmer award finalists just a small sample of what Ontario has to offer, says Spoelstra
Simply put, he’s a farmer, but ask Drew Spoelstra what kind of farmer he is and be prepared to wait a while as he responds.
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